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Encyclopedia > Construction software

Construction software referes to a broad range of computer software applications designed for businesses in the construction, real estate development, civil engineering, and architecture industries. Applications function in the operations and management of construction projects, with modules in project management, materials and cost estimating, service and human resource management, and accounting. Construction software is developed as single-module specialty applications, or as a software suite, capable of performing tasks across several modules. A screenshot of computer software running in Windows XP. Software is a program that enables a computer to perform a specific task, as opposed to the physical components of the system (hardware). ... Cranes are essential in large construction projects, such as this skyscraper In project architecture and civil engineering, construction is the building or assembly of any infrastructure on a site. ... Real estate is a legal term that encompasses land along with anything permanently affixed to the land, such as buildings. ... The Falkirk Wheel in Scotland. ... The Parthenon on top of the Acropolis, Athens, Greece Architecture (from Latin, architectura and ultimately from Greek, αρχιτεκτων, a master builder, from αρχι- chief, leader and τεκτων, builder, carpenter) is the art and science of designing buildings and structures. ... Project management is the discipline of organizing and managing resources in such a way that these resources deliver all the work required to complete a project within defined scope, time, and cost constraints. ... Human Resource Management (HRM) is both an academic theory and a business practice that addresses the theoretical and practical techniques of managing a workforce. ... It has been suggested that Accounting scholarship be merged into this article or section. ... A software suite is a collection of computer programs, usually applications of related functionality, often sharing a more-or-less common user interface and some ability to exchange data with each other smoothly. ...

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Construction Software Modules

Project Management

Construction project management software manages various components of complex projects, including scheduling, communication, and resource allocation. Due to the complexity of construction projects and the large number of internal employees and subcontractors involved, construction project management software typically focuses on the contributions of individuals to the project's progress. Applications include the ability to assign components of a project to an individual or company, as well as the specifications and time frame necessary for completion. In addition, applications typically allow users to track the use of resources and to document changes in a project's costs, materials, or personnel. Project management is the discipline of organizing and managing resources in such a way that these resources deliver all the work required to complete a project within defined scope, time, and cost constraints. ...


To facilitate collaboration among several individuals or companies, construction project management software is often delivered as software as a service. This model allows for contributors to communicate and to manage the progress of the project over the world wide web via a hosted server. WWWs historical logo designed by Robert Cailliau The World Wide Web (WWW or simply the Web) is a system of interlinked, hypertext documents that runs over the Internet. ... An example of rack mounted servers. ...


Estimating

Construction estimating software aids the user in providing estimates of the costs, materials, and quantities necessary for construction projects. Applications typically require user input of a large number of parameters, such as building dimensions, materials specifications, and budgets, and then automate the process by which estimates are produced. Full reports of a project's total cost, cost per input, and cost for changes are generated to streamline the difficult and complex process of associating different materials and quantities with final project costs. Estimation is the calculated approximation of a result which is usable even if input data may be incomplete, uncertain, or noisy. ...


Estimating applications are often delivered with digitizers that incorporate various sensors to determine electronic blueprints. Users can implement digitizers to scan the architectural plans and output automated estimates of the materials and quantities necessary for construction. Minimal user input is required and the time required to generate estimates can be reduced when using digitizers. A sensor is a technological device or biological organ that detects, or senses, a signal or physical condition. ... Modern blueprint of the French galleon La Belle. ... Floor plan (floorplan, floor-plan) in its original meaning is an architecture term, a diagram of a room, a building, or a level (floor) of a building as if seen from the above (i. ...


Accounting

Construction accounting software provides specialized abilities to process financial transactions made by construction firms. Applications automate the processes of company payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable, with specialized functionality to handle the large amounts of third-party contractors associated with company finances. Applications allow users to track financial transactions and parameters of individual projects or components of a project, and are typically integrated into the purchase orders and agreements made by construction firms. Reporting of overhead, labor costs, project and change order costs, revenues, and margins is typically included in construction accounting applications. Accounting software is computer software that records and processes accounting transactions within functional modules such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and trial balance. ... Please wikify (format) this article or section as suggested in the Guide to layout and the Manual of Style. ... Accounts payable is one of a series of accounting transactions covering payments to suppliers owed money for goods and services. ... Accounts receivable is one of a series of accounting transactions dealing with the billing of customers who own money to a person, company or organization for goods and services that have been provided to the customer. ...


Human Resource Management

Applications designed to facilitate the management of human resources for construction firms focus on two groups of individuals: internal employees and third-party contractors. This module typically provides the ability to document the tasks, performance, attendance, time employed, and benefits provided to internal employees. The tasks of external contractors can be managed as well, with the additional ability to document their past projects, agreements, and correspondence. link title:This article is about human resources, as it applies to business, labor, and economies. ...


Service Management

Construction software also provides benefits in the management and administration of service-related functions and resources. Call management, customer service tracking and reporting, and dispatch control are generally integrated by the application into a dashboard to facilitate tracking a project across multiple management criteria. The allocation and use of equipment, tools, and other materials can also be tracked and managed using service management applications. Customer service is the provision of labour and other resources, for the purpose of increasing the value that buyers receive from their purchases and from the processes leading up to the purchase. ... The dashboard in iPhoto In computer user interfaces, a dashboard is a floating, semi-transparent window that provides contextual access to commonly used tools in a software program. ...


See Also

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